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Why Are Nails Turning White At The Base Of Toenails?
Hi. I ve noticed that my nails are turning white at the base of my toe nails. All of my nails ( finger too) seem to be lighter at the base going up and two have a band of white at the base. what could cause this? I take Plaquenil for frontal fibrosing alopecia and had a normal blood test in May to check on my liver. All was normal. thank you
Fri, 24 Jul 2015
Hi
It may be a sign of protein deficiency
- Have a healthy diet rich in proteins - consume eggs/green leafy vegetables
- Protein supplements can be taken
- B complex tablets can be taken
Do exercise for atleast 45 minutes daily
Meditation as per your age(if your age 45- then do 45 minutes) as this will improve your immunity and reduces stress which you may be having
Wish You Good Health
Regards
Dr Sridhar K
It may be a sign of protein deficiency
- Have a healthy diet rich in proteins - consume eggs/green leafy vegetables
- Protein supplements can be taken
- B complex tablets can be taken
Do exercise for atleast 45 minutes daily
Meditation as per your age(if your age 45- then do 45 minutes) as this will improve your immunity and reduces stress which you may be having
Wish You Good Health
Regards
Dr Sridhar K
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